My Dream Jeep Gladiator Expedition Build is Becoming a Reality

This Jeep Gladiator is very a very different type of Jeep build than I've done in the past. The focus for this truck is to be a practical expedition vehicle with a focus of brining awareness to the importance of first aid off the grid. In this video I explore the desert and share with you some of the recent upgrades I've done as we near completing the foundation of this project.

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[TrailRecon]

Thank you all for the support with Doc! It's genuinely the most excited I've ever been about a project and I'm all ears if you have suggestion for me!

[cheveyok]

Does anybody else think Brad is the Mr. Rogers of offroad?! Every time you setup camp, I want you to change shoes and put a sweater on. Lol

[graysonbrown]

Props on the mudflaps. Has a distinct look, but they are practical, and benefit others on the road.

[MSTRgme]

I’ve always appreciated your approach to your builds…. Not rushed, detailed, intentional, clean & classy! Always a pleasure to watch! semper fi

[terribolding]

It is so fun to watch the progress of the gladiator, but also to listen to your excitement over it!

[John-yfie]

Glad to see your Gladiator is receiving the kind of respect they deserve!! Maybe one day I can get enough cash together to really add the additional components to my 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. Just after my Jeep was delivered, we found out that the builder we hired to complete our home walk off and claimed bankruptcy. Both of us had just retired 5 years before this occured. We had to go into our retirement savings to get our home completed. Both of us worked for the state so we had great benefits. Nothing was done to the builder as he filed for bankruptcy prior to this. Last year I also had to go thru cancer treatment and at least I'm cured. I read you retired from the Military. I spent 9 years in the Army as a Military policemen. I retired as Vocational Rehabilitation Teacher! I'm 75 and enjoying life! Wish you the best!! Yanni

[toddshook]

Really looking great. This rig will truly be an asset to the off road community.
Your passion really shows.

[GriffinConway]

The Gladiator build is really coming along nice Brad! Thanks for the update.

[jmsuitter]

You should get the snorkel upgrade pre filter to keep the dirt out especially when in a convoy

[KenEBeckOutdoorAdventures]

Great to see your build progressing! Thank you for raising awareness of the need to be prepared for medical emergencies out in the wilds! Having a stocked First Aid Kit and taking the time to take a Certified First Aid Course removes the panic felt when faced with a serious injury on the trail. Your build raises awareness and looks awesome all at the same time! Win-Win!!!

[TheSixsixsick]

Honestly the starlink flat mount could be the best upgrade of the build. The ability to call, text, and communicate instantly when you are outside of cellular coverage is huge. Great build so far. $$$

[bwofficial]

This build is shaping up nicely. AEV makes good stuff. I love the amber lights and setting the lightbar further back so it doesn't light up the hood. You're going to want to get some red reflective tape to replace the reflectors you took off both to make your Jeep noticeable when parked and for legal reasons.

[garrettm]

Loving the proportions in this. The 35’s keep it looking very utility which I think is very fitting of the builds direction and objective. Also a sucker for AEV stuff. That front bumper blows the others out of the water.

[Swissboy]

Nice, I like that the tires aren't overdone. For solar, consider changing out the hood for a non-rubicon and installing a Cascadia hood solar panel; you will save room on the roof rack and probably pull in the same wattage

[tombuckley]

Brad the Gladiator looks fantastic. Thank Master Chief for sharing her with us.

[JessDeeganIIPhD]

in terms of the battery system, my question is always about how often I access. If not often, then put it deep and stack on it. I would probably put everything under the floor.

[alexandersnow]

I’m also a military guy. In two months I’m gonna be on the hunt (finally), for a Jeep Gladiator Diesel. I had the V6 and life circumstances took it from me, but I love the utility of the platform. I’m excited to get my hands on a diesel. I love your channel and it continues to inspire me while I patiently wait to start my build!!! Thanks 🙏

[dmwil]

My Wrangler and Gladiator both have RockBlokz mud flaps. They are fine off-road. I´ve done Moab 3 times with them. I only have fronts, but I´ve never taken them off or hurt them on the rocks. Keep them on there! They are great!

[mjo]

I purchased the onX Offroad Elite subscription and really enjoy its functionality and ease of use. I use it with my Polaris General (Galaxy tablet) and Gladiator (iPhone to Apple Carplay). It also comes in handy while exploring my forest property on foot. I enjoy your videos.

[bboylorettoEight]

Red is dope ! What goes good with red is carbon fiber accents maybe you have some ideas for more additions but I know that would make your ride look siiick